Yay, another chapter!
Aww. How brave and kind of George to not tell the truth of what happened. Though maybe that'll just make John feel like he owes George one. Some happy birthday party this turned out to be.

Yayyyyy! You finally updated! You have no idea how psyched I was to see your update in my inbox! As for taking 6 1/2 months, don't worry about it, dear! I'm not much better... Though I am working on the next chapter for "Follow the Sun". I'm just so glad you haven't given up! I'll be sure to read any and all changes to this story!

Great chapter by the way. Good to see that the gang's all back together again and that John's finally living with Paul's fam! Mary is such a good person with strong maternal instincts. Too bad about Julie though. Hope John gets to see her again. And hopefully Julia eventually comes to her senses!

Also, sorry I haven't PMed you back yet. Life does have that uncanny way of interfering with everything. Hope all is well :)!

Peace 'n' love,
Naturelover

Guest chapter 27 . 12/3/2013

Hurrah! Hurrah for the update!

Aww, that was so sweet of the boys to throw a surprise party. And for Richie to be able to make it, too! John's smile at the end is so precious. It's okay to smile and be happy, John. You've got a new loving family and good friends.

MaccaSilver64 chapter 26 . 11/9/2013

You should really update this! It's been ages since we've heard from you. So, long story short, please, please, PLEASE update before the new year. :P
With long from me to you,
MaccaSilver64

Thanks for the shout out! :)
Oh wow. It's very interesting to have Mary's pespective on the past few bits, and now on this new subject of adoption. I was surprised by this new development. I understand Mary's anger at Julia... But at the same time, I also feel pity for Julia. It takes strength to admit that you can't care for your children anymore.
Great chapter! I'm excited to see whst happens next in John's adoption - how Mary will tell ths boys, how John will react (will he feel absndoned again? Or warmth - he finally has a warm loving mother figure in his life).
I apologise for the lateness of this review and also for my poor spelling skills tonight